Nip Cancer Girls

Four New Items in our Store!

2010-06-04T10:45:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Armida over at Fairytale Knits we have four new items in our store! Please take the time to stop by and check them out!!

Pink Swarovski Crystal Earrings

Pink Fresh Water Pearl Earrings

Pink Houndstooth Purse

Pink Quilted Polka Dot Purse

Thank you Armida for your wonderful donations to a GREAT cause! Just click on the link above the pictures to purchase the items before they go!

Knit Cupcake Hat Take Two

2010-04-11T11:39:00.000-07:00

After test knitting the first adorable knit Cupcake Hat the designer graciously offered to knit up a second hat for us to sell in our store as well! I received this hat in the mail last week and it is absolutely adorable! Alicia has outdone herself in her willingness to help us raise funds for our journey.

You can find the listing for this hat HERE.

This is a picture of Alicia's little girl sporting the original hat.

The pattern for this adorable hat can be purchased HERE.

Rosy Scalloped Knit Hat

2010-03-21T19:49:00.000-07:00

Today's listing is an adorable Cupcake Hat that I had the pleasure of test knitting for Kate Oates of Tot Toppers. Kate graciously allowed for me to sell this hat to raise funds for the walk and I am excited to show it off and send it to the lucky customer. The hat is very stretchy and should fit most 6-12 month olds.

It is knit out of Premire by Classic Elite Yarns which is 50% cotton, 50% Tencel.

You can find the listing for this hat HERE.

Knit Cupcake Hat

2010-03-07T20:56:00.001-08:00

Today's listing is an adorable Cupcake Hat that I had the pleasure of test knitting for Alicia Lutz on Ravelry (an awesome forum for knitters and crocheters). Alicia graciously allowed for me to sell this hat to raise funds for the walk and I am excited to show it off and send it to the lucky customer. The hat is very stretchy and should fit most 4-12 month olds.

This hat is made from Spud and Chloe Sweater weight yarn which is a 55% wool/45% organic cotton blend. I absolutely adore this yarn and you will be seeing more hats soon that are made from it as well.

You can find the listing for this hat HERE.

This is a picture of Alicia's little girl sporting the original hat.

The pattern for this adorable hat can be purchased HERE.

Why Walking in the Breast Cancer 3 Day is Not Just Another Charity Walk

2010-03-05T09:31:00.000-08:00

We know, you get those emails and letters all the time from people who are doing a 5 mile walk for a charity and they need your help. We're like you and we always donate $10 or so. We are always happy to help out a worthy cause.

We are walking in the Breast Cancer 3 Day walk in October. It's just a little longer than 5 miles. It's actually 60 miles over the 3 days. When you are walking in the breast cancer 3 day, a five mile walk is just a short training day. Training starts 24 weeks before the actual walk. Over the course of 24 weeks of training the total suggested training walks equal 645 miles, six-hundred and forty five. This is the first time we have added it up and looked at it on paper and it is very eye opening. So not only are we working hard to train our minds, bodies and soles (hehe) so we are ready for this walk we are also working hard to raise the funds in order to participate. Most walks you sign up get a few donations and then on the day of the walk you go with your friends and walk the five miles, which takes you a little more than an hour, you get your free t-shirt and go on about your day.

With the Breast Cancer 3 Day many of us start to raise funds a year before we actually walk. See, the thing is that, there is actually a minimum donation required in order to participate in the walk. It's not a small amount either, It's $2,300. If you don't raise it and you still want to walk you have to make up any difference by donating out of your own pocket. Both of us have a very hard time asking for things, including donations, it is hard to get out of your comfort zone and ask for people to sponsor you, but the Breast Cancer 3 Day has a special spot in each of our hearts, you can read our story HERE. Not only do we walk because of our own experiences but we also walk for our future, so that we don't have to fight the disease ourselves but also so that we don't have to watch someone we love fight it either.

Making the decision to walk in the breast cancer 3 day isn't an easy one. When you think of all the time you have to spend raising the money and doing the training it makes you pause. It's not easy. It takes many hours away from your family, many blisters that need healing, sore muscles, and aches that you have never felt. It's not supposed to be easy, it is supposed to mimic the fight of those women who are in the middle of the battle with Breast Cancer. Walking, something you do everyday, becomes a heroic act, we do not asking to be called heros though, we are just out to support the true heros, the survivors.

Stay tuned til next time when we tell you about last years walk.

All Things Pink Fabric Destash from Venezie Designs

2010-03-04T19:41:00.000-08:00

Today's Donation comes to us from

Karen at Venezie Designs has graciously donated this beautiful Pink Fabric De Stash.

Description:

Venezie Designs had 3 overflowing baskets of scrap fabric and finally decided that she will never get around to making all the little projects I want with them. Sad for me, LUCKY for you, and for the Nip Cancer Girls!

Each scrap bundle includes:
* about 12 ounces of fabric. (roughly 2 yards of fabric)
* will vary in size & shape
* will vary BUT include designer fabrics from Patty Young, Michael Miller, Denyse Schmidt, Erin McMorris, Paula Prass, Amy Butler, Alexander Henry, Tracey Porter, Heather Bailey & more.
* will contain mostly 100% cotton fabric, some may include corduroy and decorator weight fabrics.

Great for:
*quilting
*scrapbooking
*hair clips & bows
*brooches
*decoupage
*button covers
*magnets
*applique

I personally have had the pleasure of dealing with Karen and let me say that the transaction was flawless. I ordered on the 1st and received my items on the 4th, now that's service!! Thank you, Karen, for your gracious donation to our cause!!

Beautiful Pink Knot Dress in Treetop Fancy fabric from Tina Givens by 3gigglinggirls

2009-11-17T11:31:00.000-08:00

Today's donation is from 3gigglinggirls
www.3gigglinggirls.etsy.com

This twirly dress has a very full skirt with 2 over-sized pockets. Pockets are perfect for the "things" little ones can not live without! Great for every season.
Pictured Dress is Ready to Ship in size 4.
Bodice is lined and all seams are serged for extra durability.
All fabrics are pre-washed and made in a smoke free home.
If you would like this in another size, please contact 3gigglinggirls. She will work with you to make the perfect dress!

You can view the listing HERE

Pretty in Pink Chunky Bracelet from Chunky Pearl

2009-11-11T08:46:00.001-08:00

Today's donated item is from The Chunky Pearl

www.thechunkypearl.etsy.com

This chunky bracelet has a great combination of pink and silver beads. Perfect for that special someone's stocking this year.

You can view the listing HERE!

Shopping Diva and Fashion Diva Scrapbook Paper

2009-11-10T08:45:00.001-08:00

Today's Donation is TWO Paper Packs from Laura Mead Creative Memories Consultant

www.mycmsite.com/lauramead

Each set contains 4-12x12 double sided paper, 8 double sided photo mats, 1 sheet of title stickers and 1 sticker sheet.

Items shown out of the package but items will be shipped to buyer in unopened packages.

You can view the listing HERE.

Pink and Green Paisley Coasters by hilaryfrazier

2009-11-06T07:20:00.000-08:00

Today's donation are Pink and Green Coasters by hilaryfrazier

www.hilaryfrazier.etsy.com

Includes 4 coasters with decorative print on them, with cork backing.

They measure approx. 4"x4" and have three layers of polyurethane (water proofing material) on them to ensure luster and life of the coasters.

They are NOT dishwasher safe. Wipe clean with mild soap and water.

Click HERE to view the listing.

Do's and Don'ts ...

2009-11-03T20:21:00.000-08:00

It has come to our attention that we are not allowed to send unsolicited emails to our fellow Etsy sellers asking for donations to our store. We would LOVE to continue selling items donated by fellow artists as well as promote their businesses for them in return, but we now have to look for other ways to find sellers who are willing to donate to our cause. This is where our friends and followers come in, we need your HELP. Please tell all of your friends who are crafters to come visit us and show us what they would be willing to donate for the cause. We greatly appreciate all of you who have already donated and hope to continue to help others bring traffic to their stores.

Because Everyone Deserves a Lifetime,

Linsay and Jessica

Sprinklemania

2009-11-02T08:42:00.000-08:00

Today's donation is Sprinklemania - Handmade Polymer Clay Cupcake Ring by ajillionpieces

www.ajillionpieces.etsy.com

Sprinkle-y cupcakes bring such joy! So if you love sprinkle-y cupcakes, you will love wearing this ring. Pink cup with white frosting and pastel colored sprinkles. With this ring smiles will be *sprinkled* about throughout your day, whether it be yours or the smiles of those around you!

The ring is silver-plated and adjustable. Very shiny and bright! The cupcake is handmade with polymer clay by a fellow lover of cupcakes--me! The cupcake is covered in a glossy finish, and is securely adhered to the ring.

Height: ≈1/2"

Width: ≈1/2"

Ring size is adjustable for adult-sized fingers.

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▫ Close-up photography is used to show product detail. To learn about the product's size, please read the width and height measurements above before purchasing.

▫ This product is sized for adults. Not intended for children under 13 years old.

Click HERE to view the listing.

Mitten Clips by Mommieof4munchkins

2009-10-27T12:56:00.000-07:00

Today's donation comes from

www.mommieof4munchkins.etsy.com

These hand made mitten clips are sure to save you a few bucks and a few cold fingers. Mitten clips keep your gloves attached to your jacket so there is no need to keep track of where they may fall. My kids love their clips because they no longer have to remember to put their gloves into their pockets when they come in out of the cold.

All fabrics are heat sealed as to not fray. Please note that the color on the screen may vary slightly from the actual color.

Mitten clips are made out of high quality grosgrain, resin snaps and metal clips with plastic insert to protect your clothing.

*Please remember to only use mitten clips while child/baby is supervised

*Hand wash and lay flat to dry

*Clip to light fabrics and nothing overly bulky as this will shorten lifespan

*Refrain from pulling clip from fabrics, instead make sure you open clip to remove

View listing HERE

Charlotte Dog Collar by Nolaandspencer

2009-10-26T10:53:00.000-07:00

Todays donation comes from
www.nolaandspencer.etsy.com

You can see the listing HERE

This collar with a beautiful baby pink and black damask pattern is perfect for your girly-girl pup!

Jacquard ribbon is sewn onto 1" wide black nylon webbing. The collar adjusts from 14-22" and features a contoured black side-release buckle and slide, and a heavy nickel d-ring.

All of our items are machine-washable!

**PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR DOG'S NECK MEASUREMENT WHEN ORDERING**

$22

Cherry Blossoms Print by jellybeans

2009-10-25T06:52:00.001-07:00

Todays Donation comes from
www.jellybeans.etsy.com

You can view the listing HERE

Cherry Blossoms" is a print of an original watercolor painting on acid-free matte cardstock.

Winter is almost gone, and spring is almost here. Soon I'll be walking to work surrounded by the lovely smell of the Cherry blossoms.

Print is 8 x 10" on 8.5 x 11" paper

♥Items will be shipped in a cellophane sleeve, in a cardboard mailer.

$15

Soft Pink Coffee Sleeve by karmacrochet

2009-10-24T07:47:00.000-07:00

Todays donation comes from
www.Karmacrochet.etsy.com

You can see the listing HERE

Dress up your morning cup of joe with this coffee sleeve!

The sleeve will fit any size of cup. You can use it for hot and cold drinks. This sleeve is 3 inches (7,5 cm) wide.

Eco friendly product that will help you to reduce your carbon print not using the cardboard sleeves.

It is made in 100% cotton. Hand wash in cold water, lay flat to dry and do not use bleach if you want to keep the color.

****This listing is for ONE sleeve in Soft Pink color****

$12

Candy pink with white dots bra and pantie set by knickerocker

2009-10-23T07:00:00.000-07:00

Sweet pink dot bra and pantie set by

www.knickerocker.etsy.com

You can view the listing HERE
Here is a super cute set made up of a pair of candy pink with white dots peep hole bow tie pantie and matching soft bra.

This soft cotton fabric is edged with a contrasting lime green picot edge elastic trim. The panties have a 'peep hole' and tie together at the back as you can see in the photo. These cheeky panties may cause butt cleavage....

These fabulous knickers also have a cotton gusset and the bra is lined with pink cotton jersey.
This polka dot lingerie set is machine washable and like all knickerocker items, the fabric is pre-washed with a no harsh chemical, ph balanced detergent to prevent shrinkage and protect your sensitive skin.

Panties available in small, medium, large and x large

Bra available in sizes 32, 34, 36, 38 and cups A to small D's. Please note this bra has minimum support and does not have underwires.
$48

Vintage pink glass earrings by thelostfound

2009-10-22T08:01:00.000-07:00

One pair of vintage pink glass earrings donated by www.thelostfound.etsy.com

You can view the listing HERE
Super sweet Vintage earrings; pink glass beads attached to screwbacks/clip on posts. Really Cute! Great gift for any vintage lover!

Measures about 1/2 inch round.

Great vintage condition; one earring may have been previously re-glued.

$15.00

Tub of Princess Pink Playing Dough, by TicTacDough

2009-10-21T09:46:00.000-07:00

One 6oz tub of princess pink play dough donated by www.tictacdough.etsy.com

You can view the listing HERE

One beautiful, big homemade tub of Princess Pink Unscented Playing Dough! Perfect for little hands... and big ones too...

6 ounces, in stackable, air tight tub!
Free toy for the playing dough, with every purchase!
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Did you know playing with Tic♥Tac♥Dough is not only fun, but educational too? Shhh-- the kiddos don't have to know!

Learning benefits:
• Promotes creativity
• Encourages generosity
• Builds fine-motor skills

Tic♥Tac♥Dough is available in an assortment of colors and scents. From calming lavender to brain-boosting orange; unscented also available! Gluten allergy? Gluten Free available! www.tictacdough.etsy.com
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Sweetheart Set knit by TotToppers

2009-10-20T17:34:00.000-07:00

This set was donated by Kate at www.tottoppers.etsy.com

View listing HERE

Sweetheart set soaker and hat fit approximately age 6 months to 2 years. They are 100% wool (shortie can be used as soaker). Hat features two hearts as embellishment, and soaker features a heart on the bum and an adjustable waist tie closure.

Our Story

2009-10-20T14:34:00.000-07:00

Jessica

I walk for my grandmother who raised me when my own mother died when I was only 9 months old. My Grandmother is a survivor and I am so thankful, because otherwise my life would of been entirely different. She's also the one who taught me most of my crafty stuff!

Linsay

I walk in memory of Catherine a dear friend who lost her life way to early to breast cancer, leaving behind her three children and husband. She was the ultimate example of a loving wife and mother. I also walk so that my daughters may live in a world without cancer.

This year as we begin our journey to raising the $4600.00 ($2300.00 each) we decided it would be a great idea to ask fellow artists on Etsy to help us reach our goal. By donating items these artists not only get the gratification of helping save the tatas, but we are able to give back to them by way of exposure of their shop and items. So it is a win/win situation. We will not only be blogging about each item donated but we will be talking it up on facebook and twitter as well. If you are interested in donating please contact us at www.nipcancergirls@hotmail.com